Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid

Mg + H2SO4 → MgSO4 + H2

Übersicht

Magnesium reacts vigorously with dilute sulfuric acid to produce magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt) and hydrogen gas. The reaction is rapid with vigorous effervescence and considerable heat generation. Magnesium ribbon dissolves quickly.

Teilnehmer

Rolle Substanz Koeffizient Zustand
Reaktant Magnesium Mg 1 (s)
Reaktant Sulfuric Acid H₂SO₄ 1 (aq)
Produkt Magnesium Sulfate MgSO₄ 1 (aq)
Produkt Hydrogen H 1 (g)

Alltägliches Beispiel

Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) used in bath soaks is the same compound produced by this acid-metal reaction.

Industrielle Bedeutung

Magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt) is used in agriculture as a soil conditioner, in medicine as a laxative and eclampsia treatment, and in the production of beer.

Eigenschaften

Typ
Single Replacement
Reversibel
Nein
Energie
Exotherm
ΔH
-466,9 kJ/mol

Verwandte Reaktionen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid?
The balanced equation is: Mg + H₂SO₄ → MgSO₄ + H₂.
What type of reaction is Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid?
Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid is a single replacement reaction.
Is Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid exothermic or endothermic?
Magnesium Reacting with Sulfuric Acid is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -466.9 kJ/mol.